MicroSD Express Availability Expanding as Switch 2 Storage Concerns Mount
New york, NY - As the Nintendo Switch 2 approaches its launch, the need for expanded storage is becoming increasingly clear, and more MicroSD Express cards are entering the market to address the issue. Initial concerns over game file sizes are proving accurate, with upcoming titles demanding important storage space, prompting players to seek cost-effective solutions.
The anticipated storage demands stem from the increasing size of modern game releases. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III currently requires 53 GB of storage. Several upcoming titles-including Madden NFL 26, Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition, Borderlands 4, Final Fantasy 7 Remake Integrade, and Star Wars Outlaws-are projected to have similar or even larger file sizes. In contrast, first-party Nintendo games appear to be more storage-efficient; Mario Kart World requires approximately 22 GB, and Donkey Kong Bananza occupies 8.5 GB. This disparity highlights the necessity of expandable storage for Switch 2 owners who plan to play a diverse range of games.
Doubling the Switch 2’s internal storage with a MicroSD Express card can cost between $70 and $75, while a 1 TB card from brands like Lexar, SanDisk, or Samsung is priced around $200.However, Walmart’s Onn brand offers a more affordable option, costing roughly half the price of its competitors.Recent tests shared on Reddit suggest that Onn cards might potentially be rebranded Lexar cards,offering a potentially budget-amiable option for Switch 2 users needing to expand their console’s storage capacity. The availability of these cards will be crucial as players begin building their Switch 2 game libraries.
